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Aquatic physical therapy effectively reduces chronic lower limb edema. This specialized pool exercise protocol improves swelling, ankle mobility, and leg heaviness in patients with chronic leg swelling.

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Area of Science:

  • Physiotherapy
  • Rehabilitation Medicine
  • Hydrotherapy

Background:

  • Chronic lower limb edema negatively impacts quality of life.
  • Muscle pump activation is recognized for its benefits in managing edema.
  • Standardized objective measurements for venous-lymphatic rehabilitation exercises are limited.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the effectiveness of a tailored physical activity program in an aquatic setting.
  • To provide objective measurements for a venous-lymphatic rehabilitation protocol.
  • To assess the impact of aquatic exercises on chronic leg swelling.

Main Methods:

  • A protocol of five aquatic physical exercise sessions was administered to 16 patients (32 lower limbs) with bilateral chronic leg swelling.
  • Outcome measures included lower limb volumetry, subcutaneous thickness, ankle range of motion, and patient-reported symptomatology.
  • Participants comprised 12 females and 4 males.

Main Results:

  • Significant reductions in lower limb volume were observed: 303.13 ± 69.72 ml (right leg, p=0.00002) and 334.38 ± 62.50 ml (left leg, p=0.000003) one week post-protocol.
  • Ankle range of motion showed significant improvement.
  • Patient-reported feeling of heaviness significantly decreased.

Conclusions:

  • A specifically designed aquatic exercise protocol demonstrates positive effects on chronic leg swelling.
  • This hydrotherapy approach offers a viable first-line rehabilitation strategy for chronic leg swelling.
  • The study provides objective data supporting the use of aquatic therapy for venous-lymphatic issues.